Florida Memorial University Band Director Dr. Richard Beckford Dies
(Source: Miami Times Editorial Team [email protected]) Dr. Richard Beckford, the pioneering Director of Bands at Florida Memorial University who established the institution’s ROAR Marching Band, has died following complications from a longstanding illness. The university announced his passing Dec. 26,...
One person killed after car and scooter collide in North Miami-Dade crash: MDSO
The driver of an electric scooter was killed after a collision with a car near Miami Shores Tuesday morning, Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies say. Around 10 a.m, deputies were alerted to the crash and rushed to the scene in the area of North Miami Avenue and Northeast 103rd Street, authorities said. It’s unclear...
14 Florida BBQ Shacks Smoking Ribs So Tender Regulars Order Before They Park
If you know, you know. In Florida, the best ribs whisper their secrets the moment you crack your window and catch that slow smoke drifting across the lot. These shacks have lines of regulars ordering before the tires even touch a parking spot, because sold-out signs come fast. Bring napkins, an empty trunk, and an...
Coast Guard searching for 77-year-old woman who went overboard on cruise ship near Cuba
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a 77-year-old woman who went overboard from a cruise ship near Cuba on Thursday. Officials said the woman went overboard off the Nieuw Statendam about 40 miles northeast of Sabana. Crews were searching for her by sea and by air. Records showed the...
Please Don’t Shoot Your Guns in the Air on New Year’s Eve
Yes, it is still necessary that New Times reminds you all not to shoot your guns in the air to reign in 2026. While watching fireworks on New Year’s Eve last year, 10-year-old Yaneliz Munguia was struck and killed by a stray bullet in northwest Miami-Dade County. Around 12:04 a.m., Mungia was lighting fireworks with...
Man arrested in $100K theft from Miami VA hospital storage trailer, police say
MIAMI — Police have arrested a man accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of copper wiring and construction tools from a secured storage trailer at the Miami VA Hospital late last year. According to a Miami Police Department arrest report, the burglary occurred on the night of...
Key Biscayne woman scammed out of $950K, police turn to FBI for help with...
Key Biscayne police have turned to the FBI for help as residents continue to fall victim to scammers. The latest local victim: a 74-year-old woman was swindled out of nearly $1 million, according to police. But as investigations rarely recover funds, police have also begun to hold seminars to educate...
Popeyes offers $5 Faves Menu with four popular choices
Popeyes is starting off the year strong with lots of value for diners on a budget. The new limited-time value menu makes it easier for customers to enjoy the popular chicken restaurant’s bold flavors without breaking the bank. From Jan. 5 to Feb. 15, 2026, Popeyes is offering a...
South Florida families cut the ribbon on new homes as part of affordable housing...
MIAMI (WSVN) - Two families got to cut the ribbon outside of their new homes in one neighborhood as part of an affordable housing program. The Wilson and Lott families are now neighbors at new homes in Buena Vista. They were joined by Miami Commissioner Christine King and other city officials to commemorate the...
Georgia QB legend sends eye-opening Miami warning after Canes shocked OSU
Georgia's all-time leader passer Aaron Murray has his eye on Miami after the Hurricanes won

















